Fresh Green Bean Recipe

Fresh Green Bean Recipe

This delicious green bean recipe is a perfect healthy side dish. They are cooked in one pot with garlic, olive oil and a little spice. It is one of the best green bean recipes because it is both quick and delicious!

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flake
    or to taste
  • 1.5 pounds green beans

    trimmed

  • 2 cloves garlic

    minced

  • ½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons water

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add red pepper flake and stir to coat the pepper in the oil.

  2. 2

    Add green beans and cook, stirring often until the beans are blistering and browning in areas, 5 to 7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add garlic and salt and cook, stirring constantly until the garlic is fragrant and browning, about 30 seconds.

  4. 4

    Add water and immediately cover with a well-fitting lid or sheet of aluminum foil. Steam the green beans, covered, until they are bright green and crisp tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve immediately.

Fresh Green Bean Recipe

Fresh Green Bean Recipe

4.9(145)

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About this Recipe

Searching for a simple yet incredibly flavorful side dish that comes together in a flash? This Fresh Green Bean Recipe delivers vibrant, tender-crisp green beans bursting with garlicky goodness and a hint of spice, perfect for any meal.What sets this green bean recipe apart is its elegant simplicity: a single pot brings together fresh green beans, aromatic garlic, rich olive oil, and a touch of red pepper flake. This method ensures maximum flavor extraction and perfectly cooked beans without fuss, making it both quick and undeniably delicious.Prepare for a delightful sensory experience. You'll find bright green beans, tender yet with a satisfying snap, infused with the warm, pungent notes of minced garlic. The olive oil provides a silky texture, while the red pepper flake adds a subtle warmth that elevates each bite without overwhelming the natural freshness of the beans. This is a wonderfully balanced side dish that feels both comforting and healthy, proving that simple ingredients can create profound flavors.This recipe offers easy customization to suit your palate. The red pepper flake is added 'to taste,' allowing you to adjust the heat from just a whisper of warmth to a more noticeable kick, ensuring everyone at the table finds their perfect spice level.These flavorful green beans are a versatile addition to almost any dinner. They make an ideal accompaniment to roasted chicken, grilled fish, or a hearty steak, bringing freshness and zest to your plate for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

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